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°f Request for Action <br /> River <br /> To Item Number <br /> Economic Development Authority 6.2 <br /> Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by <br /> General Business November 16, 2015 Colleen Eddy, Economic Development Specialist <br /> Item Description Reviewed by <br /> Public Art Whimsical Windmill Update _Amanda Othoudt,EDD <br /> Reviewed by <br /> Cal Portner, City Administrator <br /> Action Requested <br /> Item presented for information. <br /> Background/Discussion <br /> The Whimsical Windmill was installed and unveiled on September 10. Since that time, staff has received <br /> positive feedback via social media posts, emails, and phone calls. The windmill was inspected by the <br /> artist reinforce concerns that the current location was the best possible to showcase the public art <br /> initiative. <br /> Staff is working with the Parks Maintenance Division to incorporate a nice backdrop for the windmill in <br /> the future. The design will tie into the existing prairie gardens and utilize materials that are both <br /> pollinator and monarch butterfly friendly. Additionally, the plan will allow for color throughout the <br /> spring, summer, and fall. The plan also helps the grounds staff with their mowing and maintenance as <br /> the plants will eliminate some mowing. <br /> To help promote the public art initiative, city staff produced a video showcasing the story behind the <br /> windmill. The video has been uploaded to the city's YouTube page. <br /> Financial Impact <br /> Funding for future maintenance needs is included in the 2016 budget. <br /> Attachments <br /> • Plant list and design plan <br /> hIMEREI Il <br /> Template Updated 4/14 NATURE <br />